Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of South Florida to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these important new open education ventures. Educators want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this crescive desire for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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